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Latam VIP Priority Pass Lounge at MIA Terminal J Review

Latam VIP Lounge MIA

The Latam VIP and Priority Pass Lounge in terminal J at MIA, Miami International Airport, is one of only two options available in this international terminal. Located just a few gates down from the north end security checkpoint. The other lounge option is the Avianca Lounge, which is

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Family Travel in the United Kingdom and Harry Potter Highlights

Harry Potter, Warwick, Family, Travel

Harry Potter highlights were top priority when we decided to travel with the family to the United Kingdom over the kid’s Christmas break.  Our kids are ages 9 and 11, a perfect age for Harry Potter mania.  Big Ben and Buckingham Palace were going to be great, but

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Family Ski Vacation Zugspitze in Garmisch Germany

Gluwein, Garmisch, Germany, Family ski, ski vacation, Zugspitze, Faily ski vacation Germany. Europe Travel

There are many fabulous ski destinations around the world to plan your family ski vacation, but the Zugspitze in Garmisch Germany may be the perfect place that has it all. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a top Bavarian Alps vacation destination located about 1 ½ hours train ride South of Munich Germany.

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Delta Sky Club Lounge Atlanta Review

Delta Sky Club

Recently I’ve became a Delta Skymiles Gold Medallion Member and decided to take advantage of visiting a Delta Sky Club Lounge while traveling international on a family vacation. Being Platinum on American Airlines and Gold Elite on United I typically spend my time in the American Admirals Club

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Amex Centurion Lounge at SFO Review

Amex Centurion Lounge, Centurion, Centurion Lounge, SFO, Airport Lounge, Travell

The American Express Centurion Lounge in terminal 3 at SFO, San Francisco International Airport, lives up to the high expectations that Amex has achieved in their airport lounge offering. Located just around the corner of the North side security checkpoint near gate 74/75 you’ll find the Centurion entrance.

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Koh Tao Thailand a Family Vacation Review

Koa Tao, Sairee, Thailand, Family Vacation

Recently on a family vacation to SE Asia we found the perfect island of Koh Tao Thailand for relaxing, nature, and scuba diving. Koh Tao (sometimes spelt Ko Tao), also known as the Turtle Island, is a small island in the Gulf of Thailand. Koh Tao is less developed

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3 Travel Strategies Cultivating Kids Curiosity

Thailand, Mekong River, Curious Kids

Imagine cruising down the Mekong River in a bright red and blue long boat through the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. You’ve got Thai huts sitting on stilts over the water (looking like they might collapse at any moment) on your right and the most elaborately ornate Buddhist temples

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Star Alliance Lounge at LAX Travel Review

Star Alliance Lounge, LAX, Family Travel, Business Travel, Star Alliance, United Club, AMX Centurion Lounge

The Star Alliance Lounge at the Los Angeles International Airport (“LAX”) is a great example on what an airport travel lounge should be like. On a recent family vacation traveling from Bangkok on our way to Austin Texas (“AUS”) we flew through Tokyo Narita International Airport (“NRT”) in Japan

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Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge Review Bangkok

Bangkok, Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport

On a recent family vacation while traveling in SE Asia I had a layover at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport and visited the Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge. Flying Business Class on ANA, a Star Alliance partner airline, gave us access to the Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge. Many

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Germany – A Family Travel Adventure in Bavaria

Neuschwanstein Castle, Bavaria, Family German Vacation

Germany was a magical travel adventure for our family vacation! We fell in love with the food, culture, and landscape. The German train system is amazing and took us everywhere we wanted to go (just pack light). Schnitzel, giant pretzels, beer, and sauerkraut rocked our taste buds. The

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Packing Light When Traveling to Europe with Kids

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Do you really want to lug heavy suitcases around Europe on a family vacation? On and off trains? Up cobblestone streets? Or would you rather travel light with backpacks? Think of the freedom! Packing light is a choice you must consider making for Europe. Packing light with kids

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American Express Centurion Lounge Review- Wow!

Amex Centurion, Centurion Lounge, Centurion Lounge Review

The American Express Centurion Lounge in terminal D at Miami International left me with one impression. WOW! As a frequent airline traveler, especially on international flights, I have grown to truly appreciate the use of the airport lounges hosted by several of the major airlines or their alliance

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Europe – A Family Dream Vacation

Genoa Italy, Family vacation Italy, Italian Riviera, Family Italy Trip,

As a young man I had the opportunity to live in a small German town called Schwäbisch Gmünd in the heart of Bavaria Germany, while serving in the military during the Cold War. I have the fondest memories of Germany and also traveling and backpacking around Europe by

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Change of Plans – When Family Travel Takes a Turn

Family travel, Germany family vacation, family vacation,

As travelers (and parents) we go to great lengths to plan ahead for our family vacation. It is very important when traveling with kids to plan transportation, meals, fun activities, and maybe most crucial… sleep! I’m not actually sure who it’s more important to though, parents or kids?

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5 Myths Why People Don’t Go On Family Vacations

Travel is one of the greatest things a family can do. Traveling together creates shared lifelong memories that bring families closer together. Families that travel together, experience a special bond and engage in deeper conversations allowing family members to learn more about each other. Bringing your family on vacation

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